"He still has a long road of recovery ahead of him, but we are so encouraged by the progress he continues to make daily," the statement continued. "He is talking and visiting with family members and close friends who come to see him in the hospital and is so grateful, as are we, for all the love, support and prayers he has received."

The reality star's family explained the details of Sam's accident, which were previously not known.

The family told the mag that Sam fell after attempting to climb down a fire escape at a friend's apartment after being locked out while on the rooftop of the building.